2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |